As you browse the aisles of your local grocery store or look through your own kitchen cabinets, you may notice the persuasive techniques being used by the manufacturers. The current trend is to label things with promises of health, vitality and weight loss. Brands boast about their low-calorie contents and antioxidant properties. However, there is a dark side to the food packaging industry that may be sabotaging your diet.

The way you organize your kitchen can have a large impact on your diet and ability to lose weight. From the containers you use to store snacks to the arrangement of your food on the shelves, your health depends on the right planning strategy. The following tricks and tips will help you transform your kitchen.

A new study points out two ways a mother can protect her child from a life of obesity by taking the appropriate action early in pregnancy and shortly afterward.

A new study shows that this one test is best for predicting if your baby will become obese by the time he or she reaches age two.

Every dieter has foods on his or her list that are a must, and the foods typically are on the list because they are associated with the “theme” of the diet, such as vegetarian/vegan, paleo, low-carb, high-protein, low-fat, and so on. I don’t want to put this one food into a category (although it could definitely fit into the first choice and several others) because it’s in a category of its own: seaweed.

Each year, many Americans resolve to lose weight and take various steps geared toward doing so, from drinking shakes and eating pre-packaged meals to exercising more vigorously. For the most part, this leads to some pound shedding, at first. Yet over time, old habits return -- as do the pounds, and many dieters are left heavier than when they started.

Eating more fiber may be one of the most underrated ways to lose weight even if you do nothing else. The benefits of adding more fiber to your diet extend even beyond weight loss.

A new study reveals that after losing some weight there’s a very important next step you must follow to successfully lose even more weight.

If you have depression and are also overweight, consider talking with your doctor about adding Wellbutrin to your plan of care.

You have been doing so well on your diet, noticing changes in your weight and overall health and are feeling totally in control of your eating habits. So it won’t matter if you cheat just this one time with a slice of cake. Right?

Menopause and perimenopause are times of transition for women, when hormonal fluctuations result in many changes—some welcome and others not so desirable. Among the latter is weight gain, which drives countless numbers of women to seek ways to lose weight during menopause.

Seniors need support to maintain their fitness, weight and health. As you age, it becomes more difficult to stay fit and independent. Many seniors are forced to enter nursing homes or assisted living facilities, but it takes effort and vigilance to keep them healthy.

What if you did not have to sit for two hours in a cold, crowded waiting room, so a doctor could see you for a few minutes just to give you inadequate help? Nutrition coaching is changing how patients receive care, and it can help improve your health. Kelli Shallal, MPH, RD, CPT recently shared her unique approach to wellness and nutrition.

You already know that exercise is a crucial part of a weight loss program, but it is not easy to stay motivated. You probably dread getting up early every morning to battle other people for the gym equipment, and you are used to making excuses to avoid your workouts. However, exercise can be fun, and you do not have to suffer through a boring routine to lose weight.

Seniors face multiple challenges as they age, but maintaining their independence and a healthy weight are crucial factors. The elderly often live alone and lose their enthusiasm or ability to cook. In addition, they may face problems with mobility and transportation, so keeping their independence is a struggle. However, there are steps that seniors and their families can take to help them stay in their homes.